Course Description
This course introduces the student to the concepts
behind information technology and provides experience
with microcomputer-based applications. These
applications include Windows, word processing,
electronic spreadsheets, presentation software and the
Internet/World Wide Web.
Student Objectives
- To achieve fundamental/intermediate level skills
in the use of microcomputers and microcomputer
software; which includes Windows, Internet Explorer,
Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Access. We will be using
Microsoft Windows 7 and Microsoft Office 2010.
- To learn how to interface these applications
with the World Wide Web.
- To have an understanding of concepts relating to
computers and information processing.
Reference Material
Most reference material used in this course is available via the Internet. There
are 2 online references that will
be used throughout the semester. They include:
1) Atomic Learning - A repository of online learning tutorials
2) SAM2010 - An interactive Internet based program that will be used for
examinations and training.
We will also be
using online learning references via two sources,
combined with many hands-on exercises in
class. We will be utilizing Stetson's
subscription to a website called Atomic
Learning (free to you) as well as training
that is found on the web when you buy the
SAM 2010 Version 2.0 pin# listed below. The
SAM software also allows us to do on-line
testing.
**** Atomic
Learning Information ****
To access Atomic Learning,
you must be either logged into a computer on
Stetson's campus, or when asked for a userid
and password, use the following:
userid = stetson
password = hatters
You can find the Atomic Learning
tutorials
here.
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**** SAM 2010 Version 2.0
Information **** |
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The student must purchase a
printed access code (PIN #) from the
Stetson bookstore or an instant access
code (PIN #) sent via email from
www.ichapters.com in order to complete all
exams for this course. It is
included in one of the following packages.
Please do not wait until too late to purchase
it. Also, you cannot use a previously registered
PIN # from another student.
NOTE: This software does NOT run
on a MAC - only on PC's, but it can be run from
any of our computer labs.
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From our Bookstore: (buy in
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ISBN# 9781111667375 (SAM2010 license)
Course Technology
SAM 2010 Assessment, Projects, and Training
2.0 Printed Access Card, 1st
Edition
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From
ichapters.com (receive via Internet)
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ISBN#: 1111669368
Course Technology
SAM 2010 Assessment, Projects, and Training
2.0 Instant Access Code, 1st
Edition (Testing & training) - Digital
Product
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Each student
will use the PIN # to register his/her name
with our testing software. To download any
necessary files on a PC and setup an MIS100/101
class account:
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Follow the instructions
found inside the package you have
purchased. You will need internet access
to do this. You will be working from
sam2010.course.com
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It will ask you for our
Stetson Institution Code, which is
T2042274.
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It will next ask you for
the PIN number found inside the package.
This is case-sensitive, so carefully
enter this code.
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You can then enroll
yourself and create a userid and
password. I suggest using the same
password and userid that you use to log
on to Stetson's computers.
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You must then join the
correct MIS101 section:
MIS101-01 is TTH 11:30 (August 23rd -
October 16th)
MIS101-04 is TTH 11:30 (October 18th -
December 14th)
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You will find training
exercises available under the
Assignments button after you are logged
in.
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Course Schedule
This course is offered on a
Tuesday/Thursday schedule this semester. A link to the
schedule for the T/TH class is below:
1)
Tuesday/Thursday
Attendance
Students are expected to attend all class sessions.
Missing a class will have a detrimental effect upon your
ability to pass the final exam.
Missed classes also reduce both student and professor
productivity. Computer labs are built in class
together, thus when you are absent, you miss one of the
building blocks necessary to complete this lab. It
is your responsibility to keep current and to catch up
with any material missed before the beginning of the
next class. Class time will NOT be used to catch up a
student who missed the previous session.
Grading Notes
Grading Scenario
Unit Quizzes - 30%
Final Exam - 70%
Total - 100%
Unit Quizzes:
During the semester, you will be assigned unit quizzes
that are comprised of questions similar to what you will
see on the final exam. These quizzes will be
assigned in SAM2010 to be taken outside of class time.
These quizzes must be completed by the start of class on
the date noted on the course schedule. If you fail
to take the unit quiz per the schedule, you will receive
a score of 0 for that quiz. The results of these
quizzes will account for 30% of your final grade.
Final Exam:
Your final grade will be partially determined by the result of the
final exam which must be taken by all students. To
pass the final exam, you must demonstrate proficiency
with Microsoft Excel and Access obtaining a score of 70%
or higher. If you fail to meet this threshold, you
will be given an incomplete for the course and will be
allowed several opportunities the following semester to
retake the final exam. Once you successfully pass
the final exam, you will be given a letter grade for the
course equivalent to the results on the final exam.
Class Labwork:
Throughout the semester, you will be assigned lab
assignments. These lab assignments must
be completed within the specified time period or you
will not be able to take the final exam
at the end of the course.
Honor System:
There are NO group assignments for this class. This
means that you should NOT work too closely with any
other students on class projects. While it is okay for
students to help each other, identical work (which can
come from working together too closely) is not
acceptable. Zeroes will be given when this type of
collaboration occurs. We also reserve the right to
terminate your enrollment in this course and send your
case to the Honor Council at the University Level.
Grade Disputes:
If you wish to dispute a grade for any reason, you must
visit me in my office or talk to me by phone; you cannot
do this via e-mail. Also, you only have one week from
the time that a project is assigned and/or graded to
discuss a grading problem or turn in an assignment late.
You need to actively check your grades for errors when
they are collected in Blackboard and let me know
immediately! You may forfeit your ability to get it
changed if you wait too long.
Classroom Etiquette:
Please turn off your cell phone before coming to class.
Also, unless you have a physical condition that you
appraise me of, please take care of your restroom needs
before class. You may use Instant Messaging/Email/Web
Surfing any day until we finish the quiz and/or start
the class. At that time, it must be shut down totally.
Students with Disabilities:
The Academic Success Center provides academic and disability
resources for all Stetson University students. Students
who anticipate barriers related to the format or
requirements of a course should meet with the course
instructor to discuss ways to ensure full participation.
If disability-related accommodations are necessary,
please register with the Academic Success Center
(386-822-7127;
www.stetson.edu/asc). The student, course
instructor, and the ASC will plan how best to coordinate
accommodations.
The ASC also
coordinates free tutoring on campus for students. You
can meet with a tutor to review principles, learn
content-specific study strategies, and enhance content
area knowledge. To review the available tutoring options
and schedules, please see our website
www.stetson.edu/asc/tutoring.php.
Software
We will be using the Microsoft Office 2010 programs of Excel and Access
running on MS Windows
7. Please
check prices with the bookstore if you wish to purchase
the Microsoft Office software. Remember, we do not require you to
purchase this software; instead, you can use our General Access
Labs at Stetson.
We will also be using PCs in the lab, not Macs. When
you submit your assignments, they must be in Office 2010
PC formats. It is up to you to make sure they are
converted to this format.
We will also be using on-line testing software via the
Web. To do this, you must use the SAM 2010 pin # that
you order separately through the publisher's website or
our bookstore. We will be using this throughout the
semester for testing.
MIS Tutor
Our tutor this semester is TBD.
He/She will be located in suite 526E in the Lynn
Business Center.
You can just stop in and see the tutor during the
hours below or you can email the tutor to set up an
appointment. TBD
School
of Business Administration